Meaning of 'girth'

noun

stable gear consisting of a band around a horse's belly that holds the saddle in place

Example: "We should replace this old girth before the saddle comes loose while someone is riding."

Synonyms: cinch

noun

the distance around a person's body

Example: "I am trying to reduce my girth through diet and exercise."

verb

to tie a cinch around

Example: "I girthed the material."

Synonyms: cinch